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A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating options, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A pathway leading to a beach with umbrellas and a pier.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a multi-story hotel with balconies and a pool area.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown, 3 km from Carolina Beach

Cherie

CA $256

CA $289 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, wicker chairs, a dining table, and a baby crib.

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, a wall-mounted sanitation rating sign, and a woven basket decoration.

A kitchen with a view to a backyard, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and a wooden stool.

2. Carolina Beach Inn

Downtown, 3.1 km from Carolina Beach

Gonzalo

CA $168

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A wooden deck with white chairs and green umbrellas overlooking a beach.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.

3. The Beach House

2.5 km from Carolina Beach

Jhonas

CA $135

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator. A door with a sign reading "No 4" is visible.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, a small seating area with a rattan table, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a blue door marked "No 8", a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

4. Carolina Beach Motel

Downtown, 3.1 km from Carolina Beach

Leigh

CA $153

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A nighttime scene with a large crowd gathered to watch fireworks.

A restaurant with a 'Welcome to Lazy Pirate' sign, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a counter with various bottles, and a large screen.

An outdoor restaurant with wooden beams, bar area, and outdoor seating.

5. Pirates Cove

2.6 km from Carolina Beach

Tracy

CA $121

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a chessboard, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a wooden bar, stools, and a wine rack.

A sunlit patio with a round table, metal chairs, and potted plants.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with a red brick pathway, and a black iron fence.

6. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

20.1 km from Carolina Beach

Rudolph

CA $441

CA $488 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

7. River Hotel of Southport

19.5 km from Carolina Beach

Heather

CA $178

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a bed, a vanity with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

20.8 km from Carolina Beach

Montreal

CA $164

CA $186 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

A multi-story building with a central entrance, surrounded by a grassy area and small bushes.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a marble countertop and four chairs.

9. Surf Suites

16.3 km from Carolina Beach

Phil

CA $213

CA $273 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two tables, and ottomans.

A modern cafe with a central seating area, a snack display, and a coffee machine.

A snack kiosk with a variety of packaged snacks and a refrigerated display.

10. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

20.7 km from Carolina Beach

James

CA $160

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern office space with a large window, green and yellow chairs, a wooden table, and a yellow cabinet.

An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a fire pit, and a view of a building in the background.

A vending machine with snacks, hot beverages, and bottled water.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, multiple tables, and comfortable seating.

11. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

13.7 km from Carolina Beach

Amy

CA $144

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a fireplace.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a shelf with amenities.

12. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

20.5 km from Carolina Beach

Cedric

CA $160

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

A room with a large window, a door leading to another room, and a potted plant on the windowsill.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by various types of vegetation.

A modern interior with a plush velvet armchair, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

13. Dreamers BNB

20.2 km from Carolina Beach

Amy

CA $287

CA $353 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.

A building with a white exterior, red doors, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A room with a white sofa, a round table with a book, a woven pendant light, and a painting on the wall.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and people, and a building with balconies.

14. Oceaneer

Wilmington Beach, 5.4 km from Carolina Beach

Savana

CA $176

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A wooden gate with a metal handle and a metal pipe, likely for a shower or water feature.

A bedroom with a bed, wooden nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a large rug.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

A living room with a blue sofa, orange chairs, a round coffee table, and a surfboard.

15. The Starlite Inn

Downtown, 3.2 km from Carolina Beach

Stephen

CA $113

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern two-story building with a white facade and black trim. There is a small garden with red and white flowers in front of the building.

A restaurant with brick walls, large windows, and bar stools.

A two-story building with a white facade and black trim. It has a storefront with a sign reading "FOOD & SPIRIT" and a plaque indicating "77° 56' 49" W". There are two potted plants in front of the entrance.

A bar area with a rustic counter, green walls, and a framed painting of sailboats.

16. ARRIVE Wilmington

20.3 km from Carolina Beach

Christopher

CA $204

CA $230 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a grassy area and trees.

A modern restaurant with a central island, wooden tables, and pendant lighting.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

19.2 km from Carolina Beach

Rollymar

CA $132

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An outdoor patio with seating, palm trees, and a brick building with a pool area in the background.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a blue sofa, two armchairs, a patterned rug, and a decorative tree trunk.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a window with a view of greenery.

A restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

18. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

16 km from Carolina Beach

Jeff

CA $148

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, a bench, and a rack of dumbbells.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a "Welcome to the First in Flight State" sign, a seating area with chairs, and a large window with a view.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

20.1 km from Carolina Beach

Karen

CA $137

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A spacious room with a large chandelier, a wooden staircase, and a view through an arched window.

A building with a grand entrance, large columns, and a double door with a number above it.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and a reception area with two chairs and a lamp.

20. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

6.4 km from Carolina Beach

Ali

CA $166

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Carolina Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Carolina Beach Inn	9.2 Wonderful 443 reviews	View
The Beach House	8.8 Excellent 703 reviews	View
Carolina Beach Motel	8.6 Excellent 303 reviews	View
Pirates Cove	7.6 Good 609 reviews	View

Top Carolina Beach Hotel Reviews

Pirates Cove

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed here 10 years ago and they definitely have done some remodeling and decorating stuff...love that there was a tki bar/restaurant on the property that plays live music and has games outside area...also pet friendly with a small dog park...and there is a small but very clean pool with new chairs and loungers out there...very much budget friendly, not all the fancy stuff, but no bug issues, staff helps ASAP, and very close to all the areas shops restaurants, beach, and lake are all within a mile...will always continue to stay here even if I can afford a beachfront fancy hotel, I would still pick here everytime, from 2016 until 2026, it has only gotten better!"

Oceanfront + Pool, Pet-friendly, 1st Floor, Next to Pier Tiki Bar and restaurant

10/10 Excellent

"The condo was very clean and conveniently located close to the beach. The balcony was cozy and had a nice view of the ocean. We liked how the living room was set up, with plenty of seating and a good sized TV. The bathrooms and bedrooms were both nice and spacious. Overall, we had a very nice stay."

PELICAN'S PERCH, OCEAN VIEW, POOL VIEW, WIFI, PREMIUM TV, UNIQUE!

10/10 Excellent

"Could not have asked for a better overall stay and location. Everything we needed was there and loves the balcony area."

Remodeled Soothing 2-bedroom condo on Carolina Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, property was very clean and had been recently remodeled. We loved the pier being right beside of the property. We loved the pool and the convenience of the Restaurant and Tiki bar at the pier."

🏖️ Shoreline Hideaway . Pool . Steps to Beach . Sleeps 4

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean place!"

The Blue Bird on The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Was exactly what we needed for the long Labor Day weekend. The best part was how close the walk to the beach was. The condo was clean and just the right size for us and our dog. Would definitely book again. Only negative I would say is that the blind in the bedroom needs to be replaced."

Hidden Gem at Seascapes E Bldg POOL ! - Carolina Beach, NC. Linens Included!

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice"

Upscale Oceanfront Condo 3BR 2BA, Sweeping Coastline Views, Pool & Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"Great location with easy beach access without big crowds. Condo is beautiful with amazing views. House was just as pictured, super clean and had everything we needed. Hosts are also amazing and super helpful!"

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

10/10 Excellent

"It was awesome, just like a beach house should be. The host were super. I will definitely book there again."

Other attractions near Carolina Beach

A sandy beach with footprints, a pier in the background, and a dog walking with a person.

Freeman Park

8.6/10 (232 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Freeman Park during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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A wooden boardwalk through a dense forest with tall trees and undergrowth.

Carolina Beach State Park

8.8/10 (399 reviews)

You can take time to visit Carolina Beach State Park during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

8.6/10 (470 reviews)

Carolina Beach Fishing Pier is just one of the places to see in Carolina Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina

Explore the waterfront in Carolina Beach with a trip to Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Four Hounds Distilling

You can take time to visit Four Hounds Distilling during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Snow’s Cut Park

After visiting Snow’s Cut Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sea Breeze.

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Federal Point History Center

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Federal Point History Center during your trip to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School

8.0/10 (94 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School during your trip to Carolina Beach. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carolina Beach?

Carolina Beach is located in Carolina Beach. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 447 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Carolina Beach?

The Beach House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Carolina Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront and Pirates Cove.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Carolina Beach?

Expedia has 447 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Carolina Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carolina Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Carolina Beach.

What can I see and do near Carolina Beach?

Sights like Brunswick Town Historic District and Brunswick Town State Historic Site highlight some of the local culture. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School, Carolina Beach Arcade, and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Freeman Park, Ocean Front Park, and Carolina Beach Lake Park are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Carolina Beach hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

2. Carolina Beach Inn

3. The Beach House

4. Carolina Beach Motel

5. Pirates Cove

6. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

7. River Hotel of Southport

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

9. Surf Suites

10. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

11. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

12. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

13. Dreamers BNB

14. Oceaneer

15. The Starlite Inn

16. ARRIVE Wilmington

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

18. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

20. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

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Top Carolina Beach Hotel Reviews

Pirates Cove

Oceanfront + Pool, Pet-friendly, 1st Floor, Next to Pier Tiki Bar and restaurant

PELICAN'S PERCH, OCEAN VIEW, POOL VIEW, WIFI, PREMIUM TV, UNIQUE!

Remodeled Soothing 2-bedroom condo on Carolina Beach

🏖️ Shoreline Hideaway . Pool . Steps to Beach . Sleeps 4

The Blue Bird on The Beach

Hidden Gem at Seascapes E Bldg POOL ! - Carolina Beach, NC. Linens Included!

Upscale Oceanfront Condo 3BR 2BA, Sweeping Coastline Views, Pool & Hot Tub

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

Other attractions near Carolina Beach

Freeman Park

Carolina Beach State Park

Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina

Four Hounds Distilling

Snow’s Cut Park

Federal Point History Center

Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School

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